Polypropylene (PP) is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic material, with a continuous use temperature range of -4° F (-20° C) to 212° F (100° C). It is categorized as a standard material, and offers excellent toughness, chemical resistance, and processability.
Benefits of Polypropylene Sheet, Rod and Tube
Highly chemical resistant
Corrosion resistant
Excellent processability
Superior resistance to stress cracking
Suitable for contact with foodstuffs
Good electrical insulation properties
High surface hardness
Very low water absorption
Dimensions: 24″ x 48″, 48″ x 96″, 48″ x 120″
Thickness: 0.030″ – 6″
Diameter: 0.125″ – 10″
Please contact your local branch for information.
Technical Resources
- PVC vs CPVC: Which Is Better?
- Polypropylene vs. Polyethylene: How Do They Differ?
- Thermosets vs Thermoplastics: How They Differ
- Homopolymer vs Copolymer
- Plastics Pyramid
- Amorphous vs Semicrystalline
- Fiber Reinforced Panel Alternatives
- How To Choose the Right Plastic for Your Project
- LEXAN™ CLINIWALL™: Next Generation Wall Cladding
- BioPhorum, Polymershapes, and the Future of Material Sterilization
- Design for Manufacturability and Its Importance
- PETG – Markets Served and Industry Applications
Suppliers / Brands
Common Applications
Automotive
Bus & Rail
Chemical Processing
Die Cutters
Food & Beverage Preparation/Processing
Gaskets & Seals
Machine Shops
Orthotics
Plastic Storage Tanks
Semiconductors & Electronics
Sterilization Trays
Valves & Fittings
Physical Properties
| Units | ASTM Test | Copolymer POLYPROPYLENE | Homopolymer POLYPROPYLENE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength @ break @ 73°F | psi | D638 | 1,820 – 4,370 | 2,670 – 6,430 |
| Flexural modulus @ 73°F | psi | D790 | 115,000 – 215,000 | 141,000 – 249,000 |
| Izod impact (notched) | ft-lbs/in of notch | D256 | 0.15 – 2.5 | 0.35 – 0.95 |
| Water absorption @ 73°F – 24 hours | % | D570 | 0.010 – 0.031 | |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) | (in/in F) | D696 | 4.8E-5 to 8.9E-5 | 3.6E-5 to 8.9E-5 |
| Water absorption – 24 hours – 1/8″ thick | 0.036 – 0.11% | D570 | 0.010 – 0.021 | |
| Deflection Temperature Under Load @ 264 psi | °F | D648 | 109 – 143 | 119 – 230 |
* Technical Data is provided courtesy of UL Prospector (www.ulprospector.com) and IAPD (www.IAPD.org).
Data is to be considered representative and is provided for guidance only. All product performance must be verified by the user under actual application conditions.
